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Ripper or: The Less Desirables Beer of the Week

14 Wednesday Jun 2017

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City Beverage, the Official Beer Sponsor of The Less Desirables, presents Ripper San Diego Pale Ale from Stone Brewing, The Less Desirables Beer of the Week.unnamed (6)

So, Stone is one of those breweries that I think is awesome at what they do, I just don’t really care for what they do. What I mean by that is that by not being a huge fan of IPAs and Pales, that’s what their most notable for, therefore I don’t really care much about what they’re doing. Now, I think they’re brilliant brewers, don’t get me wrong. Just not my thing. Because Caitlin is down to her last month (or less than) with us, I’m trying to accommodate her the best I can with the hoppier beers that I know she likes. So, here we have it. This beer is 5.7% ABV.

BeerAdvocate rates this 86 (Very Good) with a Bros score of 84 (Good). Untappd has it at 3.74 caps out of 5. Have you had this beer? What did you think? If you’ve not had it or just have a hankering for more, head to City Bev and grab your sixer! Tell them that it’s the beer of the week and get 5% off your order. Tune in later tonight or early tomorrow to hear what Caitlin, Danielle, Geralyn and I think of it.

Until tomorrow, same blog channel…
Scorp out!

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“While some might think it lingers on an edge far closer to an IPA, with all the dry-hop flavor and aroma, it’s actually right in line with the current-day interpretation of a West Coast pale. Ours just so happens to have an Aussie accent that’s cascading with a juicy amount of grapefruit and passion fruit hoppiness. So veg out or venture out. Either way, rip one open and taste this awesome golden nectar!” – Stone Brewing

 

 

Reviver Red IPA or: The Less Desirables Beer of the Week

07 Wednesday Jun 2017

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City Beverage, the Official Beer Sponsor of The Less Desirables, presents Reviver Red IPA from Starr Hill Brewery, The Less Desirables Beer of the Week.unnamed (3)

The only experience I have with Starr Hill is from a trip Eugene and I took to Virginia to see Brian Attridge (the original co-host of The Less Desirables) in 2014. The brewery is in Charlottesville and I don’t remember what the beer was. We may have had a few of them whilst pre-gaming/tailgating in the FedEx Field parking lot. I think, whatever the beer was, I liked it okay. So, here’s hoping. Spencer said it was good.

It’s 6.2% ABV. BeerAdvocate has it at 89 (Very Good) with a Bros Score of 87 (Very Good). Untappd has it at 3.6 caps out of 5. I found out today that RateBeer has sold a chunk of itself to ABInBev so I don’t know that I want to use that anymore. Plus, they’ve always been a little wonky on the ratings. So, have you had this beer? What did you think? If you haven’t had it or just have a hankering for more, head to City Bev and grab your sixer. Tell Spencer it’s the beer of the week and you’ll get 5% off your order. Listen later tonight or early tomorrow to see what Caitlin, Danielle, WS Shared Kitchen Project and I thought of it.

Until tomorrow, same blog channel…
Scorp out!

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“A ruby-red India Pale Ale brewed with American hops for a refreshing citrus aroma and flavor balanced by a firm maltiness for Springtime.” – Reviver Red IPA carton.

Sidecar Pale Ale or: The Less Desirables Beer of the Week

31 Wednesday May 2017

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City Beverage, the Official Beer Sponsor of The Less Desirables, presents Sidecar Orange Pale Ale from Sierra Nevada, The Less Desirables Beer of the Week.

I’ve been digging the orange-flavored stuff that I’ve had lately and other than their regular Pale Ale, which I think lacks any real substance, I like Sierra Nevada’s stuff. So, I’m hoping the orange in this is noticeable. Spencer said it was good stuff, so I’m going to go on that. It’s 5.3%, so it’s just above sessionable.

BeerAdvocate has it at 84 (Good) with no Bros. Score. Untappd has it at 3.5 caps out of 5. RateBeer has it at 74, both Overall and in Style. Have you had it? What did you think? If you’ve not had it, or you just have a hankering for more, head to City Beverage and pick up your sixer. Tell them we sent you and that this is the beer of the week, and you’ll get 5% off your order. Tune in later tonight or early tomorrow and see what Caitlin, Danielle, Bethany and I think of it.

Until tomorrow, same blog channel…
Scorp out!

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“Pale Ale has always been our passion, and its legendary citrus-heavy hop flavors inspired us to go down a different path.” – Sidecar Orange Pale Ale carton.

Duck-Rabbit Amber Ale or: The Less Desirables Beer of the Week

24 Wednesday May 2017

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City Beverage, the Official Beer Sponsor of The Less Desirables presents The Duck-Rabbit Amber Ale from The Duck-Rabbit Craft Brewery, The Less Desirables Beer of the Week.amberale

I don’t know that I’ve ever had this particular brew from Duck-Rabbit. I’ve had plenty of stuff from them and I like just about every bit of it. They’ve got themselves a darn good thing going. From their signature milk stout to their brown ale to their Imperial porter, they have a lot of great beer. This should be no exception.

BeerAdvocate has it rated at 78 (Okay) with no Bros Score. Untappd has it at 3.41 caps out of 5. RateBeer has it at 42 Overall and 50 in Style. Those numbers aren’t thrilling me, by any means. It’s a 5.5% ABV brew, let’s hope it doesn’t let us all down. Have you had it? What did you think? If you’ve not had it or just have a hankering for more, head down to City Bev and grab your sixer. Tell them it’s the beer of the week and get 5% off your order. Tune in later tonight or early tomorrow to hear what Caitlin, Danielle, David and I think of it. On what you ask? Well, the award winning podcast, The Less Desirables, that’s what! Sorry, I couldn’t resist.

Until tomorrow, same blog channel…
Scorp out!

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“Naturally High in Flavonoids” – The Duck Rabbit Amber Ale Carton

 

The Crisp Pilz or: The Less Desirables Beer of the Week

17 Wednesday May 2017

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City Beverage, the Official Beer Sponsor of The Less Desirables, presents The Crisp Pilsner from Sixpoint Brewery, The Less Desirables Beer of the Week. unnamed (4)

I know nothing about this brewery. Spencer said this is hard to get here and they had a scuttle with their distributor so it may be a bit before they get any more in. He did say that it was a good drinkable pilsner, though. Pilsners have a tendancy to lack any substance with me, but I liked the packaging and the name. Plus, if it’s “limited edition” around these parts, then I want to get in on that. It’s average on ABV, coming in at 5.4% ABV. Not quite sessionable but not far from it, either.

BeerAdvocate rates this beer an 89 (Very Good) with a Bros Score of 98 (World Class)! Wow! Untappd comes back to earth and has it at 3.47 caps out of 5. RateBeer gives it a 50 Overall but a 91 in Style. RateBeer confuses me. Anywhat! Have you tried it? What did you think? If you’ve not had it or just have a hankering for more, head to City Bev and grab your sixer. They are in limited supply, so I’d go soon or you may be out of luck.

Tune in later tonight or early tomorrow to hear what Caitlin, Danielle, Dale, John and I think of the beer.

Until tomorrow, same blog channel…
Scorp out!

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“While gulping beers from tankards several stories underground in the ancient cellars of a medieval brewery in Czech Republic, the see of Sixpoint Crisp Lagers had taken root.” – Sixpoint Brewry.

Beer to Drink Music to ’17 or: The Less Desirables Beer of the Week

10 Wednesday May 2017

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City Beverage, the Official Sponsor of The Less Desirables, presents Beer to Drink Music to ’17 Tropical Blonde from Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, The Less Desirables Beer of the Week.

I don’t think you can really go wrong with Dogfish Head. Even the IPA stuff, the beers I’m not the biggest fan of, they do those well. This is something that changes up every year. Last year their “Beer to Drink Music to” was a tripel, this year it’s a tropical blonde. So, they went lighter and brighter this year. The carton says it’s brewed with kiwi and hibiscus. This should be interesting. It’s 6.8%ABV so not too heavy but still packs a punch.

BeerAdvocate rates this beer at 85 (Very Good). Untappd rates it at 3.69 caps out of 5. RateBeer has it at 75 Overall and 97 in Style. Have you had it? What did you think? If you’ve not had it or just have a hankering for more, head over to City Beverage and grab your sixer. Tell Spencer that it’s the TLD beer of the week and get 5% off your order. Tune in tonight to hear what Caitlin, Danielle, Kerri and I think of it.

Until tomorrow, same blog channel…
Scorp out!

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“A liquid soundtrack for welcoming warmer weather, our blonde ale is a music-inspired tropical mashup brewed with kiwi juice & hibiscus flowers.” – Beer to Drink Music to 17 carton.

Billows Hoppy Kolsch or: The Less Desirables Beer of the Week

03 Wednesday May 2017

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City Beverage, the Official Beer Sponsor of The Less Desirables, presents The Billows Hoppy Kolsch from Burial Beer Company, The Less Desirables Beer of the Week.

I tried this beer at the Sawtooth School Arts & Craft Beer last week when Burial was serving. It’s not like an IPA -not that kind of hoppy – but aromatic and flavorful. It’s low in ABV, 4.9%, so it’s okay to drink a few at a time, just be responsible.  I am a fan of pretty much everything I’ve had from Burial, even their IPAs.

BeerAdvocate rates this an 88 (Very Good). Untappd has it at 3.75 caps out of 5. RateBeer has it at 78 Overall, 98 in Style. Respectable scores all around. Have you had this beer? What did you think? If you haven’t had it or just have a hankering for more, head to City Beverage and grab your sixer. Tell them it’s the beer of the week and get 5% off your order!

A quick note. It’s a sad day in NC beer. Wicked Weed, our beloved craft brew giant, sold their operations to ABInBev today. I’m torn on this. One, I think ABInBev, as a company, is the great Satan of beer companies. Two, no one goes into business just because. You go in to make money. The guys that started Wicked Weed had money going in, sure, but they grew into a brand that people, at least on this side of the world, knew and loved. So, while I hate that they sold to the too-big-to-care behemoth, I say good for the investors. They’ll sit pretty for a while. And, for the rest of the country, and the world, they will have access to Wicked Weed. Boo, but yay!

Until tomorrow, same blog channel…
Scorp out!

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“It is our smoke signal to all brewers, our brethren in craft, and all who enjoy a light quaffable ale with hearty aroma: this is your beer.” – Burial via BeerAdvocate

Lazy Bird Brown Ale or: The Less Desirables Beer of the Week

26 Wednesday Apr 2017

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City Beverage, the Official Beer Sponsors of The Less Desirables, presents Lazy Bird Brown Ale from Birdsong Brewing, The Less Desirables Beer of the Week.

We’re getting on with another Birdsong brew, this time it’s their brown ale called “Lazy Bird.” It’s 5.5% ABV and, according to Birdsong, has hints of chocolate and coffee. We’ll see how Caitlin deals with that because she has basically said she doesn’t like coffee and chocolate in her beer. Again, we’ll see.

BeerAdvocate has no rating. Untappd has it at 3.64 caps out of 5. RateBeer has it at 81 Overall and 91 in Style. Have you tried it? Did you like it? If you’ve not or just have a hankering for more, go to City Bev and grab your quad. Then tune in later tonight or early tomorrow to see how Caitlin, Danielle, Lisa, Peyton and I like it.

I do want to take just a moment and, once again, ask for positive vibes and good thoughts to the City Beverage family after the loss of Sonny this past week. Rest well, sir.

Until tomorrow, same blog channel…
Scorp out!

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“Our Lazy Bird Brown is the perfect beer for any season.” – Birdsong Brewing Company

Space Dust IPA or: The Less Desirables Beer of the Week

19 Wednesday Apr 2017

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City Beverage, the Official Beer Sponsor of The Less Desirables, presents Space Dust IPA by Elysian Brewing, The Less Desirables Beer of the Week. unnamed (10)

Elysian Brewing is located in Seattle, Washington and Fort Collins, Colorado. Yes, where New Belgium is from, originally. Spencer said this beer was a great balance of bitter and malts. I hope so. We had a special request from tonight’s guest to be an IPA and I like to give my guests what they want, at least when I can. I don’t know anything about Elysian other than they were three-time Large Brewpub of the Year at the Great American Beer Festival and that they opened in 1996. Spencer said Elysian had gotten purchased by ABIn-Bev, but I’m not seeing much about that on their site or carton. So, I’m going to assume that they’re not owned (yet) by the big conglomerate.

The beer has some heft, too. The ABV is 8.2% and the IBUs are 73. That’s up there. I hope it is in my preferred taste bracket. BeerAdvocate has this rated at 91 (Outstanding) with no Bros Score. Untappd has it at 3.95 caps out of 5. RateBeer has it at 96 Overall, 88 in Style.

Have you had this beer? What did you think? If you haven’t or just have a hankering for more, head to City Beverage and grab your sixer. Tell them it’s the beer of the week and get 5% off your order. Listen in later tonight or early tomorrow to hear what Caitlin, Danielle, Meghan and I think of it.

Until tomorrow, same blog channel…
Scorp out!

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“Known for variety, Elysian has brewed over 350 craft beers since it opened on Capitol Hill in 1996.” – Elysian Brewing Company

MexiCali Stout or: The Less Desirables Beer of the Week

12 Wednesday Apr 2017

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City Beverage, the Official Beer Sponsor of The Less Desirables, presents MexiCali Stout from Birdsong Brewing Company, The Less Desirables Beer of the Week.

Last week for The Less Desirables, none of the three hosts rated the Birdsong Brewing Company’s Paradise City because it tasted like soap. This past Monday for The Beer Dads, we had it (bought at the same time) and it was really good. I don’t know what about that first batch was so wrong but it really wasn’t good. But, I decided to give Birdsong another TLD try.

However, I feel that Caitlin is going to gripe at me hard for this one. She doesn’t like stouts and especially doesn’t like coffee flavored ones. But, I’ve been very concessionary with IPAs over the last bit, so she can grin and bear it. I’ll probably get heck for that one, too. This beer is a Mexican coffee stout, so it may have a little spice (cinnamon, I think) to go with that coffee flavor. It’s only 5.8% ABV so it’s not high octane.

BeerAdvocate has it at 87 (Very Good) with no Bros score. Untappd has it at 3.96 caps out of 5. RateBeer has it at 80 Overall and 58 In Style. None of those are too shabby, really. Have you had this beer? What did you think? If you’ve not had it or just have a hankering for more, head down to City Beverage and grab you tallboy quad. Then, later tonight or early tomorrow, tune in to The Less Desirables to hear what Caitlin, Danielle, Drat the Luck and I think of it.

Until tomorrow, same blog channel…
Scorp out!

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“The MexiCali Stout balances both sweet and spicy elements for a delightful taste that will have you ordering another pint before you’ve even finished the first.” – Birdsong Brewing Company